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COVID-19 Resources for Small Business Owners

These resources are provided for informational and educational purposes only, and are not necessarily endorsed by, or reflect the policies or positions of OSBO. 

Please contact Erica Wade, Manager, Office of Small Business Opportunity, by phone at 803.576.1540 or by email at osbo@richlandcountysc.gov.

For information on large business needs, contact Economic Development team member, Kim Mann by phone at 803.576.1329 or by email at mann.kim@richlandcountysc.gov.

 

NewsCV-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program

CV-19 Small Business Relief Grant Program Applications opens on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 8:30am.  https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/RICHLANDCOUNTYSC/Participant

Seed Grant Main Flyer
Seed Grant Workshop Fyler

“Seeds to Engage” Small Business Seed Grant Overview
Join the OSBO Team on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 10:00 am, as we provide a general overview for the $10,000 "Seeds to Engage" Small Business Seed Grant that will launch in January 2022.

Register Here     https://osbograntoverviewdec1.eventbrite.com

This Online Workshop will be recorded and posted to the OSBO website.

The “Seeds To Engage” Small Business Seed Grant will have subsequent workshops for Business Plans and Business Pitches. 

"Seeds To Engage" Pitch Workshops

Do you have a Business Pitch prepared to submit for this grant?

Join OSBO as we partner with Richland Library Entrepreneur-In-Residence (EiR) Roshanda Pratt as she serve as moderator for the "How to Pitch Your Business" Workshops.

Click the links below to register.
Note: In person sessions have limited admission

In Person-Dec 8th
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/richland-co-office-of-small-business-opportunity-33831322043
https://osboworkshop12-8.eventbrite.com

Online Dec 15
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/richland-co-office-of-small-business-opportunity-33831322043
https://osboonlineworkshopdec15.eventbrite.com

In Person Jan 12th
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/richland-co-office-of-small-business-opportunity-33831322043
https://osboworkshopjan-12.eventbrite.com

Online Jan 13th
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/richland-co-office-of-small-business-opportunity-33831322043
https://osboonlineworkshopjan13.eventbrite.com

Small Business Oportunity (OSBO) Newsletter

 

September 2021 - How To Apply For Funding

August 2021 - Save My Business

July 2021 - Show Me The Money

June 2021 - See Whats Happening At The OSBO

Resources

 

Forbes Magazine: House Passes Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Bill

On May 27th, the House passed the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act which attempts to ease restrictions on small businesses as they seek loan forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program authorized by the CARES Act.

House Passes Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Bill

Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act
COVID-19 Reading List (Small Business Information for Rent Relief and Restructuring Leases)
FAQ on the CARES Act

CommunityWorks

 

Financial Assistance

 

SBA Loan Program

    Apply Online
SBA Fact Sheet

 

Employment Resources

 

SC Department of Employment and Workforce (dew) - Waives the Weekly Search Requirement for Individuals Who Are Unemployed Due to COVID-19 and Extends the Tax Deadline for Employers
Employer Claims
Employer's Legal Guide to Planning, Response and Mitigation
Individual Claims
Key Employment Provisions in Families First Coronavirus Response Act
 

Insurance and Tax Assistance

 

Business Continuity, Tax Updates and Other Key Issues
Business Interruption Insurance Information
Tax Extension Information
Tax Relief FAQs
Federal Payroll Tax Credits

 

Other Resources

 

The CARES Act - US Department of the Treasury (CARES Act summaries, FAQ's and One-Sheeters)
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
CORONAVIRUS GUIDELINES - The President's Coronavirus Guidelines for America
FEMA - How to Help (Donations, Volunteering, Private Sector)

Experience Columbia SC
Grants for Airports and Tourism
SCBIO in Action: Responding to COVID-19

SC Grant Relief for Musicians
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
    Guidance for Employers to Plan and Respond to the Coronavirus
    Coronavirus Workplace Tips for Employees

US Travel Association
   US Travel CARES Act Relief Resources
   CARES Act Stabilization Fund

South Carolina Chamber of Commerce

   Today's: Three Things to Know: April 27

Continuity eGUIDE
Don't miss Ted Brown International key speaker

Recommended Reading

 

Before You Break That Lease Over COVID-19, Negotiate First, Brokers Say

Coronavirus: Impact on Office, Retail and Industrial Leases

Relief for Commercial Real Estate Investors and Tenants Impacted by COVID-19

Rent Abatements and Other Relief for COVID-19 Business Disruptions? 
Stroock Special Bulletin

Retail Leases Can be Negotiated with Landlords Amid COVID-19: Expert

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osbo@richlandcountysc.gov
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